Lent Group Meetings

for 31 days
Bletchingdon, Chesterton, Kirtlington, Middleton Stoney, and Weston-on-the-Green
Bletchingdon, Chesterton, Kirtlington, Middleton Stoney, and Weston-on-the-Green, Contact 07779 578088 for details.

For 5 weeks beginning 10 March, all are welcome to join our social groups, meeting in peoples’ homes, as we find time to chat, discuss, and reflect. The Lent course, ‘Another Story Must Begin’, will guide our discussion of themes and questions, as well as material and clips from the film “Les Misérables”.

Donation of £10 per person towards the course book and refreshments is suggested. You can go to any village, for the time that suits you. For further information or to register interest please contact [email protected] or call 07779 578088.

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Chesterton - St Mary the Virgin

We hope you will feel welcome, whoever you are! Our church has been at the heart of village life for hundreds of years. Our regular congregation includes people of all ages and from all walks of life.

On the first Sunday of every month is the Young Families’ Service, which includes bible-storytelling, birthday prizes, and the occasional surprise visitor. On other Sundays there is a range of services – something, we hope, to suit everyone, ranging from the Book of Common Prayer to Taizé and modern worship songs.

St Mary’s works very closely with Chesterton School and is represented on the governing body.

Pastoral care is very important and individual members of the congregation are active in helping those in need in the village. Please get in touch with one of the wardens or clergy if you would like a visit or know of someone who would appreciate one.

There is a rota of local volunteers who are responsible for cleaning, flower arranging, bell-ringing and the upkeep of the churchyard.

The church is currently undergoing a period of restoration and renewal. We intend to install a WC and servery, make more space for socialising and performances, improve the heating and lighting, and generally make the building more inviting and accessible for everyone.

The church is normally open during daylight hours. There is seating in the pews for approximately 120.

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The Rev'd Gareth Miller

The Rectory, Troy Lane, Kirtlington, Oxon, OX5 3HA

Rector
(01869) 350224

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Lent Group Meetings

for 31 days
Bletchingdon, Chesterton, Kirtlington, Middleton Stoney, and Weston-on-the-Green
Bletchingdon, Chesterton, Kirtlington, Middleton Stoney, and Weston-on-the-Green, Contact 07779 578088 for details.

For 5 weeks beginning 10 March, all are welcome to join our social groups, meeting in peoples’ homes, as we find time to chat, discuss, and reflect. The Lent course, ‘Another Story Must Begin’, will guide our discussion of themes and questions, as well as material and clips from the film “Les Misérables”.

Donation of £10 per person towards the course book and refreshments is suggested. You can go to any village, for the time that suits you. For further information or to register interest please contact [email protected] or call 07779 578088.

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Safeguarding

The Akeman Benefice is committed to the safeguarding of children, young people and adults. We follow the House of Bishops guidance and policies and have our own Benefice Safeguarding Officer. The Diocese of Oxford's safeguarding pages contain vital links and information including contacts for the Diocesan Safeguarding Advisor who advises our Benefice Safeguarding Officer.

For all safeguarding concerns please immediately inform the Benefice Safeguarding Officer, Nicky Donne, at [email protected].

Alternatively please contact the Benefice Rector, The Rev’d Gareth Miller, at [email protected] or 01869 350224.

If you have information about a safeguarding situation where a child or adult is in immediate danger or requires immediate medical attention call the emergency services on 999. Do not delay.

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